1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 783 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
